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Success Stories
Meet DJ Shane Cashin
Shane Cashin is a DJ who is partially sighted. He runs a successful business in St. John's, Newfoundland.
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Where Talk Meets Tech: Nelson Régo
Nelson Régo wasn't a tech guy. That is, until he lost his sight and decided to take over a website on technology. Now he owns Cool Blind Tech and makes podcasts. Read his story to find out how he got here.
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The Power of Voice: Speebly Founder Chris Maley
Chris Maley was always passionate about voice technology, so he decided to create his own voice assistant. Read about his new startup and journey as an entrepreneur.
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Venture Zone Podcast
Check out CNIB's Venture Zone podcast! We profile dynamic self-starters who are blind or partially sighted. Listen to their stories and get inspired.